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Virus roundup …
• The number of COVID-19-related hospitalizations in Louisiana is higher than it has been in months, WBRZ-TV reports. The Louisiana Department of Health said...
Richmond pledges to advocate for Louisiana in West Wing
U.S. Rep. Cedric Richmond is leaving the House after 10 years for a role as a White House adviser when President-elect Joe Biden takes...
Roundup: Baton Rouge Mardi Gras / Retail growth / Twitter changes
Modified events: Baton Rouge city-parish officials plan to meet with Mardi Gras event organizers this week to discuss any event plans for the upcoming...
BRAC’s economic indicators show ‘broken-record’ recovery
The Baton Rouge Area Chamber today released its COVID-19 economic indicator dashboard that examines and assesses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the...
State’s oil and gas industry disappointed by Edwards’ veto of severance tax exemption
Louisiana’s oil and gas industry leaders expressed disappointment over Gov. John Bel Edwards’ veto of a bill that would’ve offered a limited severance tax...
Amid business growth, Geaux Flow IV Spa relocates to Jefferson Highway
After experiencing a surge in business over the past year, Geaux Flow IV Spa has relocated from Coursey Boulevard to the more centrally located Jefferson Highway, with other locations planned for Louisiana in 2021.
Uncertain future for George’s overpass location
Longtime patrons of one of Baton Rouge’s best known local eateries—George’s—may be wondering about the status of the restaurant’s original location under the Perkins...
Expert advice on managing a social media PR crisis
When it comes to managing a social media-related public relations crisis, a statement from top leadership is always necessary, according to local crisis communications...
DR Horton pays $3.3M for 75 lots in southeast Zachary
Texas-based homebuilder DR Horton bought 75 lots in southeast Zachary for a new planned development near Old Weiss and Lower Zachary roads.
Virus roundup …
• The Louisiana Department of Health today reported 547 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total to 205,059 statewide since March.
• There are 800 COVID-19...
White-collar workplaces face legal minefield in reopening
Companies are wary of reopening offices due to the risk of exposing employees to COVID-19. They are also worried about their own legal exposure...
Corps suspends permit for $9.4B Formosa complex
The Army Corps of Engineers has officially suspended its permit for the planned $9.4 billion Formosa Plastics complex on a technicality but says it...
Businesses with front-line workers must complete vaccine survey by next week
The Louisiana Department of Health today announced that employers and business owners who have been notified by the Louisiana Immunization Program as having personnel...
Roundup: Jeff Landry / Planning Commission / Popeyes
Allegations lobbed: Republican Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry is accusing a state judge of practicing sexism during a hearing last week in which a...
Downtown dining rebound not happening fast enough for some restaurants
With COVID-19 cases once again on the rise around the state and the nation, local restaurateurs are worried they’ll be forced to shut down...
Atlanta-based Parker Executive Search tapped to find LSU’s next president
Parker Executive Search will lead the search for LSU’s next president, a committee tasked with filling the position decided at its meeting Friday.
BC&I defers Marathon Oil request for ITEP abatement
The Louisiana Board of Commerce and Industry today put off a vote on a controversial request by Marathon Oil for a property tax abatement...
New Orleans firm takes top spot on LSU 100 rankings
New Orleans-based Goss Advisors has been named the fastest-growing company owned or led by an LSU alumni.
LSU announced its annual LSU 100 rankings this...
Roundup: Grocery limits / Wholesale prices / DoorDash
Back to rations: Grocery stores are reinstating purchase limits on items like paper towels or soap for the first time since the spring, as...
Virus roundup …
• State officials warned today that the daily report of new COVID-19 cases is higher than usual, which they believe can be traced back...
